Software Engineer–Developers (Associate / Experienced / Senior)
- Location
- El Segundo, CA
- Work type
- On-site
- Job type
- Full-time
- Salary
- $106.2K – $143.8K / yr
- Clearance
- Secret
- U.S. citizenship
- Required
- Posted
- Nov 4, 2026
About the role
Company:
The Boeing CompanyThe Boeing Company is looking for Software Engineer–Developers (Associate / Experienced / Senior) to be part of the Satellite Space Mission Systems team located in El Segundo, CA. This position will focus on supporting the Boeing Defense Services (BDS) business organization.
The selected candidate will support the development of mission software written in Java, C++, Python, ReactJS. The candidate will collaborate with cross functional teams and stakeholders to design and implement software solutions, ensure engineering excellence, and achieve program objectives.
Position Responsibilities:
Design, develop, test, and maintain software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards
Develop, maintain, enhance, and optimize software products and functionalities for systems integrations
Develop, document, and maintain architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products
Participate in the agile software development lifecycle including planning, reviews, and supporting customer meetings
Debug and resolve issues identified to ensure reliability and efficiency of software products
Perform software development, participate in code reviews, and adhere to guidance on software standards and design principles.
Implement current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development
Develop, establish, monitor, and improve software processes, tools, and key performance metrics that align with organization goals and industry benchmarks
Execute and document software research and development projects
Advise on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations
Design, develop, test, and maintain software throughout the end-to-end lifecycle that meets industry, customer, safety, and regulation standards
Develop, maintain, enhance, and optimize software products and functionalities for systems integrations
Develop, document, and maintain architecture, requirements, algorithms, interfaces and designs for software products
Participate in the agile software development lifecycle including planning, reviews, and supporting customer meetings
Debug and resolve issues identified to ensure reliability and efficiency of software products
Perform software development, participate in code reviews, and adhere to guidance on software standards and design principles.
Implement current and emerging technologies, tools, frameworks, and changes in regulations relevant to software development
Develop, establish, monitor, and improve software processes, tools, and key performance metrics that align with organization goals and industry benchmarks
Execute and document software research and development projects
Advise on software domains, system-specific issues, processes and regulations
This position is expected to be 100% onsite. The selected candidate will be required to work onsite at one of the listed location options.
Basic Qualifications (Required Skills/ Experience):
Bachelor’s Degree
2+ years of experience in software development
2+ years of experience with software integration and end-to-end testing methodologies
2+ years of experience with C/C++ coding or java/python script development
Experience working on a software development project that follows Agile and Scrum methodologies
Experience collaborating across multi-discipline engineering team
Ability to obtain a DoD Secret Clearance (Interim prestart, final post start) for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship
Preferred Qualifications (Desired Skills/Experience):
Level 3/Experienced: 5 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Level 4/Senior: 9 or more years' related work experience or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Active Secret clearance or higher
Experience with full software development lifecycle that includes requirements analysis through formal qualification
Knowledge of software architecture and design methodologies. Ability to synthesize software architectures and designs that meet requirements, characteristics and constraints
Knowledge of software development processes in compliance with established internal and industry standards, guidelines, and best practices in the development, testing, and deployment of software
Knowledge of implementation, validation, and verification processes, practices, and guidelines to ensure software development quality, performance, and safety
Travel: less than 10%
Relocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility. Basic relocation will be offered for eligible internal candidates.
Conflict of Interest:
Successful candidates for this job must satisfy the Company’s Conflict of Interest (COI) assessment process.
Drug Free Workplace:
Boeing is a Drug Free Workplace (DFW) where post offer applicants and employees are subject to testing for marijuana, cocaine, opioids, amphetamines, PCP, and alcohol when criteria is met as outlined in our policies.
CodeVue Coding Challenge:
To be considered for this position you will be required to complete a technical assessment as part of the selection process. Failure to complete the assessment will remove you from consideration.
Pay & Benefits:
At Boeing, we strive to deliver a Total Rewards package that will attract, engage and retain the top talent. Elements of the Total Rewards package include competitive base pay and variable compensation opportunities.
The Boeing Company also provides eligible employees with an opportunity to enroll in a variety of benefit programs, generally including health insurance, flexible spending accounts, health savings accounts, retirement savings plans, life and disability insurance programs, and a number of programs that provide for both paid and unpaid time away from work.
The specific programs and options available to any given employee may vary depending on eligibility factors such as geographic location, date of hire, and the applicability of collective bargaining agreements.
Pay is based upon candidate experience and qualifications, as well as market and business considerations.
Summary Pay Range / level 2 - Associate: $106,250 - $143,750
Summary Pay Range / level 3 - Experienced: $135,150 - $182,850
Summary Pay Range / level 4 - Senior: $171,700 - $232,200
Language Requirements:
Not ApplicableEducation:
Bachelor's Degree or EquivalentRelocation:
This position offers relocation based on candidate eligibility.Export Control Requirement:
This position must meet U.S. export control compliance requirements. To meet U.S. export control compliance requirements, a “U.S. Person” as defined by 22 C.F.R. §120.62 is required. “U.S. Person” includes U.S. Citizen, U.S. National, lawful permanent resident, refugee, or asylee.Safety Sensitive:
This is not a Safety Sensitive Position.Security Clearance:
This position requires the ability to obtain a U.S. Security Clearance for which the U.S. Government requires U.S. Citizenship. An interim U.S. Secret Clearance Pre-Start and final U.S. Secret Clearance Post-Start is required.Visa Sponsorship:
Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.Contingent Upon Award Program
This position is not contingent upon program awardShift:
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